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Always switch off the appliance at the main switch and unplug it from the power mains before refilling it.
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Never allow the detergent sprayed from the appliance to come into contact with power sockets and/or other electrical
appliances or wires.
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Make sure that hands are dry before using or adjusting the appliance switches, before touching the plug or power con-
nections.
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Never leave the appliance exposed to the elements (rain, sunshine, etc.).
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Never place the appliance on or near to sources of heat.
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Make sure that the power cord does not come into contact with hot surfaces.
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Never point steam jets in the direction of people, animals or plants or towards appliances that
contain electrical parts (e.g., oven interiors).
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Never direct steam jets onto the appliance itself.
Never immerse the body of the appliance, plug or power cord in water or other liquids; clean them with a damp
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cloth.
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Never use the appliance if the power cord or plug are damaged or if the appliance is faulty / damaged.
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All repairs, including the replacement of the power cord, must only be carried out by an Ariete Assistance Centre or by
technicians authorised by Ariete, so as to prevent any risks.
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This appliance has been designed for
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During use, the appliance contains pressurised steam : improper use can be dangerous. The appliance is designed
for domestic use only, as stated in the manual. The manufacturer cannot accept any liability for damage cause through
improper or incorrect use of the appliance.
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When the appliance is not in use, always lock the steam dispensing button with the special cursor.
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If the steam button is pressed before the boiler has reached the optimum temperature, then water instead of steam could
come out of the nozzle.
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Never touch hot surfaces while using the product. Leave attachments to cool before replacing them.
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Even when the appliance is not in operation, unplug it from the power mains and leave it to cool before inserting
or removing single parts or before cleaning it.
IMPORTANT: danger of scalds
NEVER OPEN THE SAFETY CAP DURING USE.
IMPORTANT:
Before unscrewing the safety cap, proceed as follows:
ü unplug the appliance from the mains power socket;
ü slowly unscrew the safety cap and wait a few seconds
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Before using the product, make sure that all items, surfaces and fabrics to be cleaned are resistant to or compatible with
the high temperature of the steam. Specifically, treated terracotta flooring, wooden surfaces or delicate fabrics, such
as silk or velvet, should not be treated without first consulting the instructions from the manufacturer and carrying out a
test on a small hidden sample part.
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Never use in swimming pools containing water.
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Never add scale removers, fragrances, alcohols or detergents to the boiler tank, as these could damage the appliance.
We recommend filling with tap water or alternatively, with 50% demineralised water and 50% tap water in areas where
the water is very hard.
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Never use the appliance if there is no water in the boiler tank as this could cause serious damage to the pump.
DANGER from other causes
domestic use only and may not be used for commercial or industrial purposes.
WARNING danger of scalds
before unscrewing it fully;
IMPORTANT possible damage to materials
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